Methwold vs Oulton Broad — Crime Comparison 2026

Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.

Methwold

IP26 · Norfolk

1

crimes in March 2026

Below national average

  • Burglary1

Oulton Broad

NR33 · Suffolk

88

crimes in March 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences36
  • Criminal damage & arson12
  • Vehicle crime10

Methwold has less crime — 1 vs 88 incidents in March 2026.

What the data shows

Oulton Broad recorded substantially more crime than Methwold in March 2026 — 88 incidents compared to 1, a 88.0x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Methwold sees higher rates of Burglary (1), while Oulton Broad has more Violence & sexual offences (36) and Criminal damage & arson (12). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Methwold or Oulton Broad safer?

Based on March 2026 Police data, Methwold recorded fewer crimes than Oulton Broad — 1 vs 88 incidents. That is 99% fewer crimes. Methwold is also below the national average for crime.

What are the main differences in crime between Methwold and Oulton Broad?

The main difference lies in crime type. In March 2026, Methwold saw higher rates of Burglary while Oulton Broad had more Violence & sexual offences and Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Methwold recorded fewer total crimes (1 vs 88).

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